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Michael J. Sullivan Books In Order

Runner’s Chronicles Books In Publication Order

  1. Runner’s Dawn (2018)

Riyria Revelations Books In Publication Order

  1. The Crown Conspiracy (2008)
  2. Avempartha (2009)
  3. Nyphron Rising (2009)
  4. The Emerald Storm (2010)
  5. Wintertide (2010)
  6. Percepliquis (2012)

Riyria Chronicles Books In Publication Order

  1. The Viscount and the Witch (2011)
  2. The Crown Tower (2013)
  3. The Rose and the Thorn (2013)
  4. The Jester (2014)
  5. The Death of Dulgath (2015)
  6. The Disappearance of Winter’s Daughter (2017)

First Empire Books In Publication Order

  1. Age of Myth (2016)
  2. Age of Swords (2017)
  3. Age of War (2018)
  4. Age of Legend (2019)
  5. Age of Death (2020)
  6. Age of Empyre (2020)

Riyria Graphic Novels In Publication Order

  1. The Death of Dulgath: The Graphic Novel (2017)

The Rise and Fall Books In Publication Order

  1. Nolyn (2021)

Standalone Novels In Publication Order

  1. Antithesis (2012)
  2. A Burden to the Earth (2012)
  3. Hollow World (2013)
  4. Forgotten Flowers (2018)

Short Stories/Novellas In Publication Order

  1. Greener Grass (2012)

Unfettered Books In Publication Order

  1. Unfettered II: New Tales By Masters of Fantasy (2016)
  2. Unfettered III: New Tales By Masters of Fantasy (By:Megan Lindholm,Carrie Vaughn,Tad Williams,Brandon Sanderson,Brian Herbert,Robert Jordan,Terry Brooks,,Naomi Novik,Kevin J. Anderson,Delilah S. Dawson,Seanan McGuire,Scott Sigler,,,Lev Grossman,,Shawn Speakman,John Gwynne,,MarkLawrence,,,Anna Smith Spark,Katherine Arden) (2019)

Anthologies In Publication Order

  1. Unbound: Tales By Masters of Fantasy (2016)
  2. Deep Magic – Winter 2020 (2021)

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Michael J. Sullivan Books Overview

The Crown Conspiracy

THEY KILLED THE KING. THEY PINNED IT ON TWO MEN. THEY CHOSE POORLYThere is no ancient evil to defeat, no orphan destined for greatness, just two guys in the wrong place at the wrong time. Royce Melborn, a skilled thief, and his mercenary partner, Hadrian Blackwater make a profitable living carrying out dangerous assignments for conspiring nobles until they become the unwitting scapegoats in a plot to murder the king. Sentenced to death, they have only one way out…
and so begins this tale of treachery and adventure, sword fighting and magic, myth and legend. REVIEWS’Michael J. Sullivan has written a book I will read over and over again and it most definitely will always reside on my favorite’s shelf.’ Reader’s Views Review’It is an extraordinarily tale told with a mature voice that would be impressive from a veteran and is even more so from a new author…
Perhaps the best compliment I can pay the book and its author is that immediately upon arrival at work I went and grabbed its sequel, Avempartha off the new book shelf.’ King of the Nerds’Michael J. Sullivan doesn’t waste time and throws the reader into action from the first pages of his novel and keeps him there until the final page is turned.’ Dark Wolf Fantasy Review’A whirlwind of twists, earth shattering surprises and deadly betrayal.’ Literary MagicABOUT THE SERIESThe Crown Conspiracy is the first book in the captivating Riyria Revelations. Instead of a string of sequels this six book fantasy series was conceived as a single epic tale divided into individual episodes. All were written before the first was released so that plot elements are intertwined, yet each book has its only story and conclusion. BOOKS OF THE RIYRIA REVELATIONS Ridan PublishingThe Crown Conspiracy October 2008Avempartha April 2009Nyphron Rising October 2009The Emerald Storm April 2010 Wintertide October 2010Percepliquis January 2012OMNIBUS EDITIONS Orbit PublishingTheft of Swords November 2011Rise of Empire December 2011Heir of Novron January 2012

Avempartha

The secret is in the tower. The problem is the beast. The answer is two thieves. When a destitute young woman hires two thieves to help save her remote village from nocturnal attacks, they are drawn into the schemes of the wizard Esrahaddon. While Royce struggles to breech the secrets of an ancient elven tower, Hadrian attempts to rally the villagers to defend themselves against the unseen killer. What begins with the simple theft of a sword places the two thieves at the center of a firestorm that could change the future of Elan. Avempartha is the second book in the captivating Riyria Revelations. Instead of a string of sequels this six book fantasy series was conceived as a single epic tale divided into individual episodes. All were written before the first was released so that plot elements are intertwined, yet each book has its only story and conclusion.

Nyphron Rising

A PUPPET IS CROWNED. THE TRUE HEIR REMAINS HIDDEN. A ROGUE’S SECRET COULD CHANGE EVERYTHING. War has come to Melengar. To save her kingdom, Princess Arista runs a desperate gamble when she defies her brother and hires Royce and Hadrian for a dangerous mission. As the power of the Nyphron Empire grows, so does Royce’s suspicion that the wizard Esrahaddon is using the thieves as pawns in his own game. To find the truth, he must unravel the secret of Hadrian’s past what he discovers could change the future for all of Elan. ‘The Riyria Revelations is shaping up to be one of the most original and entertaining fantasy series I’ve seen in years.’ King of the Nerds Fantasy Reviews ‘Another absolutely riveting installment in The Riyria Revelations series! Once again, Michael J. Sullivan did not disappoint. There was suspense, humor, action, treachery, and even a tiny bit of love thrown in.’ Ramblings & More

The Emerald Storm

A MESSAGE IS INTERCEPTED. A SINISTER PLAN LAUNCHED. TWO THIEVES STAND IN THE WAY. Ex mercenary Hadrian Blackwater sets course on a high seas adventure to find the lost Heir of Novron. His only hope lies in confronting the ruthless and cunning Merrick Marius. Fearing his friend is not up to the challenge, Royce Melborn joins his old partner for one last mission. Their journey finds them adrift amid treachery and betrayals forcing Hadrian to face a past he hoped never to see again. REVIEWS FOR RIYRIA REVELATIONS’The Riyria Revelations is shaping up to be one of the most original and entertaining fantasy series I ve seen in years.’ King of the Nerds Fantasy Reviews’Mr. Sullivan continues to impress. In Royce and Hadrian he has created some of the best characters the genre has seen in some time.’ Speculative Fiction Junkie’A whirlwind of twists, earth shattering surprises and deadly betrayal.’ Literary Magic’Michael J. Sullivan doesn’t waste time and throws the reader into action from the first pages of his novel and keeps him there until the final page is turned.’ Dark Wolf Fantasy Review’The Crown Conspiracy is right up my alley, traditional fantasy, good bad guys, a large dose of humor, lots of character development and plenty of surprises. Fantasy DebutThe story begins with a wonderful first line…
It continues to develop at a good pace, and the plot is layered and intriguing, really engaging…
Sullivan’s real talents lie in character development and dialogue, the latter of which was really delightful. Royce and Hadrian have a great repartee, and the monk, Myron, has some memorable lines of his own.’ SciFiGuy. caABOUT THE SERIES The Crown Conspiracy is the first book in the captivating Riyria Revelations. Instead of a string of sequels this six book fantasy series was conceived as a single epic tale divided into individual episodes. All were written before the first was released so that plot elements are intertwined, yet each book has its only story and conclusion. BOOKS OF THE RIYRIA REVELATIONSThe Crown Conspiracy October 2008 Avempartha April 2009 Nyphron Rising October 2009 The Emerald Storm April 2010 Wintertide October 2010 Percepliquis April 2011 AWARDS AND ACCOLADES 2009 Top 10 Book: Dark Wolf Fantasy Reviews 2009 Top 5 Close Contender: Speculative Fiction Junkie 2009 National Indie Book Award Finalist 2008 ReaderViews Annual Literary Award Finalist 2007 Foreword Magazine Book of the Year FinalistREVIEW SITES DISTINCTION Avempartha: A/A Book of 2009 for Fantasy Book Critic The Emerald Storm: Named a 2010 Anticipated Release By Fantasy Book Critic Nyphron Rising: Named a Noteworthy Release by Fantasy Book Critic Avempartha: Named a Notable Book of 2009 by Fantasy Book Critic

Wintertide

A FORCED WEDDING. A DOUBLE EXECUTION. TWO THIEVES HAVE OTHER PLANS. The New Empire intends to celebrate its victory over the Nationalists with a day that will never be forgotten. On the high holiday of Wintertide the empress will be married. Degan Gaunt and the Witch of Melengar will be publically executed. Then the empress will suffer a fatal accident leaving the empire in the hands of the new emperor. It will be a perfect day. There is only one problem Royce and Hadrian have finally found the lost heir. ABOUT THE SERIESInstead of a string of sequels The Riyria Revelations is a fantasy series conceived as a single epic tale divided into individual self contained episodes. All were written before the first was released so that plot elements are intertwined, yet each book has its only story and conclusion. AWARDS AND ACCOLADES2010 Fantasy Book Critic Top 12 Novels as of First Quarter The Emerald Storm2010 Foreword Magazine Book of the Year Finalist Avempartha2010 Foreword Magazine Book of the Year Finalist Nyphron Rising2009 Winner of Book Spot Central’s Fantasy Tournament of Books Avempartha2009 Top 10 Books by Dark Wolf Fantasy Reviews The Riyria Revelations2009 National Indie Book Award Finalist The Crown Conspiracy2008 ReaderViews Annual Literary Award Finalist The Crown Conspiracy2007 Foreword Magazine Book of the Year Finalist The Crown ConspiracyBOOKS OF THE RIYRIA REVELATIONSThe Crown Conspiracy October 2008Avempartha April 2009Nyphron Rising October 2009 The Emerald Storm April 2010Wintertide October 2010Percepliquis April 2011

Percepliquis

IT ALL COMES DOWN TO THIS…
THE ELVES HAVE CROSSED THE NIDWALDEN. TWO THIEVES WILL DECIDE THE FUTURE. ‘I saw a great journey. Ten upon the road, she who wears the light will lead the way. The road goes deep into the earth, and into despair. The voices of the dead guide your steps. You walk back in time. The three thousand year battle begins again. Cold grips the world, death comes to all, and a choice is before you.’ Fan Irlanu, Tenkin Seerer of Oudorro Village Percepliquis is the final installment of the epic fantasy, The Riyria Revelations. In this saga that began with The Crown Conspiracy, two thieves caught in the wrong place at the right time were launched on a series of ever escalating adventures that have all lead to this moment. Three thousand years have passed and the time for Novron’s heir to act has arrived. ‘The Crown Conspiracy is a well written and enjoyable novel. I was invested in the characters and their travails. Royce and Hadrian’s friendship was particularly fun to read’ Tammy Moore, sfSite ‘Every time I finish a book in this series it makes me want the next one instantly. Cindy Hannikman, Fantasy Book Critic BOOKS OF THE RIYRIA REVELATIONS Original 6 book formatThe Crown Conspiracy October 2008 Avempartha April 2009 Nyphron Rising October 2009 The Emerald Storm April 2010 Wintertide October 2010 Percepliquis January 2012 OMNIBUS VERSIONS of RIYRIA REVELATIONS Orbit Publishing Theft of Swords 11/2011 contains The Crown Conspiracy & Avempartha Rise of Empire 12/2011 contains Nyphron Rising & The Emerald StormHeir of Novron 1/2012 contains Wintertide & PercepliquisIMPORTANT NOTE! This edition of Percepliquis is being released for readers of the original Ridan editions of The Crown Conspiracy. It does not include book 5, Wintertide. If you’re reading the omnibus editions from Orbit, you should purchase Heir of Novron which includes both Wintertide and Percepliquis. Limited availability for print version

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